Nurse Residency – RN Position Available In Harris, Georgia

Description

JOB SUMMARY

At. St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent nurses. And we know that our nurses deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of St. Francis – the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today. Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director/Manager, perform nursing patientcare duties for the assigned unit or department. Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy. Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education. Cares for patients in Phase 1 of the post anesthesia care unit (PACU).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Identifies existing and potential problems, and seek or implement appropriate solutions. Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given. Provides nursing care through planning, organizing, and facilitating the nursing function for assigned patients. Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient’s status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

FLSA:

Exempt EEO:

01 Officials and Managers 02 Professionals 03 Technicians 04 Sales Workers 05 Administrative Support Workers 06 Craft Workers 07 Operatives 08 Laborers and Helpers 09 Service Workers

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Populations Served Does not treat or care for patients. X Neonate ( X Early Childhood (1 year and X Late Childhood (5 years and X Adolescent (13 and X Young Adult (17 to X Middle Adult (30 years to X Older Adult (>60 years)

Protected Health Information Type of Protected Information Accessed:

Demographic Clinical Insurance Financial X Complete Medical Record Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees Physical Requirements –

Physical Dexterity and Effort:

Rarely Bending/Stooping rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Climbing X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Keyboard Data Entry rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Kneeling rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Lifting/Moving Patients rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Reaching rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Running X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Sitting rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Squatting rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Standing rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Walking rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly

Pushing/Pulling:

0-25 lbs. rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly

Pushing/Pulling:

26-75 lbs. rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly

Pushing/Pulling:

over 75 lbs. rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 0-25 lbs. rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : 26-75 lbs. rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Lifting/Carrying (non-patient) : over 75 lbs. X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly

Visual Acuity, Hearing and Speaking:

Rarely Audible Speech rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Hearing Acuity rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly Smelling Acuity X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Taste Discrimination X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly

Vision:

Depth Perception rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly

Vision:

Distinguish Color rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly

Vision:

Seeing Far rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly

Vision:

Seeing Near rarely, occasionally, frequently, X constantly

Biological:

Rarely Biohazardous waste/hazards rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Blood and/or bodily fluids rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Communicable diseases/pathogens rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly

Chemical:

Rarely Asbestos or lead X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Cytotoxic Chemicals X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Dust X rarely, occasionally, frequently, constantly Hazardous Chemicals rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Gases/Vapors/Fumes rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Hazardous Medication rarely, X occasionally, frequently, constantly Latex rarely, occasionally, X frequently, constantly Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education:

Associates degree in Nursing, Required Bachelors degree in

Nursing, Preferred Required Skills:

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Licenses:

Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN) or multi state/compact RN license

Minimum Work Experience:

Must have six (6) months of clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct patient care setting.